Banana Split

GETTING READY
1. Cut the ends off the banana and slice the banana in half lengthwise with skin on.
2. Sprinkle sugar over the banana and spread it evenly.

MAKING
3. Heat a sauté pan on medium heat.
4. Carefully peel the skin from the banana slices and place it in the hot pan with sugar side down. Cook it for a few minutes or till the sugar caramelizes evenly.
5. Carefully transfer it on to a serving plate exposing the caramelized side.
6. In the same pan, pour the rum and let it reduce till all the alcohol is evaporated. Swirl it occasionally to mix the sugar and rum.

SERVING
7. In the serving plate, put dollops of ice cream in between the banana slices and pour the rum reduction over it. Garnish with mint and serve immediately.